PODCAST · comedy
Quality Under Pressure
by Min Lee
We're a variety podcast reminding the world that engaging in a conversation is still a beautiful thing. Each episode features a new guest who shares their story.
Episodes
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Warnings & Lessons of COVID-19 - Jordan
This is part 7 of our 7 part mini-series on COVID-19 asking people about their coronavirus experience. In this episode we spoke with Jordan who is a journalist and someone who got a more intimate look at what COVID-19 was like when I broke in Italy. Jordan brings together his years around text…
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Young People, Money, & COVID-19 - Matt
This is part 6 of our 7 part mini-series on COVID-19 asking people about their coronavirus experience. In this episode we spoke with Matt where we get a perspective on COVID-19 from a young person. We talked about the temptations of spring break; what it's like for someone to graduate during...
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New York, Community & COVID-19 - Lindsay
This is part 5 of our 7 part mini-series on COVID-19 asking people about their coronavirus experience. In this episode we spoke with Lindsay where we get a look at COVID-19 from someone who has degrees in both public policy & social work. We talked about community, culture, and the long standing...
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Philosophy, Religion, Politics, & COVID-19 - Laine & Matt
This is part 4 of our 7 part mini-series on COVID-19 asking people about their coronavirus experience. In this episode we spoke with Laine & Matt where we had a pretty philosophical conversation. We talked about our religious transformations and politics during the COVID-19 crisis. Find Matt on...
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The Challenges of COVID-19 - Leah
This is part 3 of our 7 part mini-series on COVID-19 asking people about their coronavirus experience. In this episode we spoke with Leah who has helped our show on numerous occasions. Leah talks about how the current COVID-19 situation has highlighted parts of her life such as how she interacts...
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Epidemiology & SARS-CoV-2 - Jinhee
This is part 2 or our 7 part mini-series on COVID-19 asking people about their coronavirus experience. We spoke with Jinhee who is getting his PhD in epidemiology at the University of Minnesota. He came on to explain what public health experts & epidemiologists are considering when they examine...
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How Has COVID-19 Changed Your Life? - Scott
This is part 1 or our 7 part mini-series on COVID-19 asking people about their coronavirus experience. We've recorded our first remote episode due to COVID-19 and the stay-at-home order. The audio quality wasn't as good without our normal studio and this all felt very different, but we're very...
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Revisiting Trump's Election - Emma, Jen, & Julia
Emma, Jen, & Julia joined us to talk about the 2016 election. We talked about what people were thinking leading up to election night, how they felt when the results started rolling in, and what we should look ahead to.
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QUP & COVID-19
Here's a short episode with just Min. In the episode he talks about what the Quality Under Pressure Podcast is doing during the COVID-19 crisis and he talks about his personal experience during these very strange times. A new episode is coming out later this week, so hopefully that'll provides…
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Super Tuesday & Tensions of Democrats - Dylan & Alex
Dylan & Alex joined us a few days after Super Tuesday to talk about politics. We talked about the results and the future of the Democratic party. We also talked about what it's like to be a transplant in Minnesota. Find DYLAN ON INSTAGRAM HERE.
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Improv & Huge Theater - Nels
Nels joins us today to talk about improvisation. Nels is a local creative that acts, does improv, and was one of the co-founders of Huge Theater in Minneapolis. You can learn more about HUGE THEATER HERE. You can follow Nels on Instagram HERE.
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PodMN App & Totes Recall Podcast - Beth
Beth joins us today to talk about podcasts! We talk about a cool new app called PodMN which is a podcast distribution app with a Minnesota twist. We then talk about podcasts in general and the state of podcasts. And then we finally shift to Beth's podcast titled Totes Recall. You can visit the...
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Motherhood & Falen's Radio Career - Falen
Today Falen joins us to talk about becoming a new mother and she takes us through her successful radio career. Many people will know Falen from The Dave Ryan Show on KDWB and from her own podcast called HEARTBROKEN. Follow Falen on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and FACEBOOK.
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Donuts & Minimalism - Robbie & Kaitlin
Robbie & Kaitlin join us today to talk about 2 different topics - donuts in the Twin Cities and how they've adopted minimalism into their lives. In the middle of the episode we also talk about Kaitlin's work in ecology. Enjoy! Follow KAITLIN ON INSTAGRAM HERE. Follow ROBBIE ON INSTAGRAM HERE.
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Living Abroad & International Development - Sarah & Tyler
Sarah & Tyler came in today to talk about their experience living abroad and to share their thoughts on international development. It was a wonderful & in-depth conversation and we can't thank Sarah & Tyler enough to sharing their stories. Follow SARAH ON INSTAGRAM. Follow TYLER ON INSTAGRAM.
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Circadian Health - Liz & Phil
Liz & Phil from the WE ALL KNOW NOTHING PODCAST joined us to talk about circadian health and a few other health topics. You can find the WAKN Podcast on FACEBOOK, TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM.
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Beer & Food In The Twin Cities - Bill & Megan
Bill joins us for the first time and Megan for a second time. They both have a passion for exploring beer & food in the Twin Cities and they share their experience with us today. Some of the locations brought up in this episode are: Drekker Brewing Company, Brewing Project, Indeed, Bauhaus, Young...
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Can Anyone Beat Trump In 2020? - Cody & Buck
Repeat guests, Buck & Cody, hop on the show are we hit a couple of topics. We recorded this episode a few days after Thanksgiving so we talk briefly about what we are thankful for. Then we move on to automated vehicles. And the meat of the conversation happens when we shift the topic to politics....
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Burnout Culture - QUP on Water Cooler Talk Podcast
Today you won't be listening to the QUALITY UNDER PRESSURE PODCAST - instead, you'll be listening to us on the WATER COOLER TALK PODCAST. Water Cooler Talk is another Minnesota based podcast hosted by Adam who was a guest on our podcast back on episode 32. On this episode we talk about: a dude…
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Architecture & Design - MSR Designers
Emilie, Alyssa & Lauren from MSR DESIGN joined us for a conversation around architecture & design. We discussed what the difference is between an architect and designer; some of the pros & cons of the industry; and what they think of when they are working on a project. We thank Emilie, Alyssa &...
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Upcoming Comedy Shows - Chris Distefano
Min has a phone interview with comedian Chris Distefano ahead of his Minnesota comedy shows. You can get tickets for his shows at the House of Comedy here - https://moa.houseofcomedy.net/attraction/chris-distefano/ Visit Chris' website here - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/
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Comedy & Cancel Culture - Chris
Chris from the Duck Duck Grey Duke Podcast joins the show for his 2nd time. As expected, this episode is vulgar & funny, but we also get serious about "cancel culture" and how we should approach it. Check out Chris' podcast -...
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Wine, Travel, & Culture - Carin & Sarah
Carin & Sarah of Pairs Well With... joined us to talk about wine, travel, and culture. In this episode we learned a lot about wine from a world & travel perspective. So pour yourself a glass of your favorite wine and enjoy this episode. You can reach out to Carin & Sarah and learn more about wine...
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Mental Health & Loving Animals - Maggie & Caitlin
Maggie & Caitlin join us for this episode and asks us to get really honest & vulnerable about mental health. Maggie was generous enough to share her life story when it comes to mental health which helped Min realize somethings about his own life. Towards the end of the episode, we talked about...
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Hard Life Lessons & Psychedelics - Nick & Bo
Nick and, repeat guest, Bo both dropped by the studio. They both shared stories about struggle and how to emerge from difficult times as a stronger person. They also shared their experience or thoughts on psychedelic medicine. Nick hosts his own podcast called Stationary Astronaut -...
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The Aaron Rodgers Debate | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
Is Aaron Rodgers a good quarterback? A majority of this short episode with Min & Dawson revolves around that question. Before this episode shifts to the Aaron Rodgers debate, Min & Dawson discuss the upcoming release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare which they both plan on purchasing. Football…
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QUP 1-Year Anniversary! - The Hosts
We've been a show for 1-year now! It's been a ton of fun and we're looking forward to year 2. A huge thanks to everyone that's come on the show, helped us out behind the scenes, and to everyone that has supported us since day 1! We love you all and talk to you soon!
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Just F^cking Do It - Aja & Brianne
Aja & Brianne dropped by to talk about challenging yourself. They've been thinking a lot about getting out of your own way and we had a wonderful conversation around that topic. We also talked about "gate keepers" and how that really ruins experiences. A huge thanks to Aja & Brianne for chatting!...
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Cuba: Getting To & Exploring - Kate & Sam
Last year, Kate & Sam visited Cuba and they dropped by to share that experience. We asked if getting to Cuba from the U.S was difficult, if they ever felt threatened during their stay in Cuba, and if the American perception of Cuba is what they saw. A huge thanks to Kate & Sam for coming on and...
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Working Moms & True Crime - Irving & Anna
This episode's guests were Irving & Anna. We had a wonderful & vibrant conversion first around motherhood. Then Irving brings up podcasts & true crime.
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Is Aaron Rodgers Good? - Pete
This episode's guest is Pete. In this episode we discuss friendships & sports.
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The End of Humanity & Gun Control - Brett
This episode's guest is Brett. Brett is re-occuring guest, Leah's boyfriend and was kind enough to come in last minute when our original guest cancelled on us hours before recording. The conversation is all over the place due to lack of prep, but we still managed to have a hilarious conversation.
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Tensions of Asian-American Men - Kai, Jinhee, & Tony
In this episode we discuss what it is like to be an Asian-American man. We talk about many intersections such as: what it's like to go to school; the fear of the bamboo ceiling and feeling pressure to prove one self; and what it's like to interface society with an Asian-American body. A special...
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Music Theory & Writing Tunes - Grayson
In this episode Grayson teaches us about music theory and how he writes songs. Grayson is a super talented singer-songwriter based here in Minneapolis and you can learn more about his music HERE AT HIS WEBSITE.
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Industrial Agriculture & Greener Pastures - Sarah & Sean
In this episode we talked about social change, industrial agriculture, and Sarah's new initiative Greener Pastures. You can learn more about Greener Pastures by visiting the WEBSITE. Greener Pastures Instagram account can be found HERE.
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[Semi-Spoilers] - "Once Upon A Time...In Hollywood" Review
We caught an early screening of Quentin Tarantino's latest film, Once Upon A Time...In Hollywood, and this is our quick review. THERE ARE SEMI-SPOILERS throughout this review. We don't ever give away what happens, but we do talk about when in the movie big events occur & which characters are...
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Writing Music & Competitive Karaoke - Sadman & Josh
The theme of this episode is music. Josh reveals that he's taking part in competitive karaoke & Sadman brings in his new single for us to listen to.
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Resilience: School, Health, & In Life - Brittanie & McKenna
In this episode Brittanie & McKenna join us to chat about resilience. Everyone takes on life's battles and Brittanie shares her story about her medically fragile daughter and taking on school. McKenna also talks about her academic career and opinions on academia. At the very end we briefly bring…
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Put In Good, Get Good Out - Leah
This episode's guest is Leah. She updated us on what's going on in her life and the lessons she has learned since 2019 started. We are trying to improve the show, so please send us your feedback at [email protected].
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Democrats in 2020 - Asher
This episode's guest is Asher. We asked him about his job in housing, who he thinks is going to represent Democrats in 2020, and we asked him to do some of his famous impersonations. It's a great episode and we hope you enjoy it. Also, as we try to improve the show, please send us your feedback…
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Who's Hosting Here? - Scott
This episode's guest is Scott. It is Scott's third time on the show and he mixes shit up.
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24 Hour News Cycle - Adam
This episode's guest is Adam from the Water Cooler Talk podcast. We talked about the 24 hour news cycle and trophy hunting in Africa. You can check out the Water Cooler Talk podcast here - https://watercoolertalkpod.podbean.com/
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Limp Bizkit vs. Twenty One Pilots - Buck & Cody
This episode's guest is Buck & Cody. We discussed what defines a sport and if Limp Bizkit or Twenty One Pilots are better.
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Analingus - Chris & Kim
This episode's guest is Chris & Kim from the Duck Duck Gray Duke Podcast. Go check out their podcast here (EP 27 is the best one) - https://soundcloud.com/duckduckgrayduke
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Empathy & Animals - Emma
This episode's guest is Emma. The topic-of-the-day is empathy, but we also talked about animals.
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Life Passion & Upcoming Census - Rachel
This episode's guest is Rachel. We talked about the upcoming Census, cheeseburgers, and finding passion in life.
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Music & Community - Keny
This episode's guest is Keny. We talk about music & community and we also listen to one of Keny's songs.
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Conspiracy Theories, Drugs, & Food - Jon
This episode's guest is Jon. We talk about Jon's interest in food; drugs; and wild theories.
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Health, Life, & Balance - Jackie
This episode's guest is Jackie. We talk about her trip to Belize and she shares tips on finding health & balance in life.
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Purpose in Life - Matt
This episode's guest is Matt. We talk about car accidents & trauma; finding purpose & balance in life; and bad internships.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We're a variety podcast reminding the world that engaging in a conversation is still a beautiful thing. Each episode features a new guest who shares their story.
HOSTED BY
Min Lee
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